Ceres Police Investigate Shooting

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CERES - Police investigated a shooting that sent one man to the hospital with a serious wound Tuesday morning.

Officers received multiple 911 calls for shots fired in the area of Morgan Road and Tranquil Lane. Responding officials arrived and found a man who had been shot in the upper leg. Noting a significant blood loss, officers quickly applied a tourniquet to stop the bleeding and provided care until medics arrived.

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The man was rushed to the hospital by ambulance. Authorities taped off a parking lot area of an apartment complex to examine and gather evidence. Nearby Sinclear Elementary School was placed on lockdown temporarily as officers made sure the suspects were no longer in the area. They believe at least two suspects may have been involved in the incident.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Ceres Police Department or Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 where callers can remain anonymous.